I’d pair him with Joe. Think with Ambrose it would almost be so far out of his grasp that it would be demoralizing. Plus Joe could help him come out of his shell. The more I think about it the more I think it should happen.

Jon Ralph said today that last year he was given a running program last year (pre pre-season I guess) and didn’t do it. Not working hard enough.

While I’m somewhat concerned by Francis’ progress (or lack thereof), John Ralph wouldn’t know his ar$e from his elbow. He’s about as reliable as a Bali wristwatch, and equally as loathsome as the likes of SWMNBN and Purple. The prototype modern “journalist”.
I’m glad you prefaced the statement appropriately, so I know it’s very likely a load of [email protected]

When I was 19/20 I was clueless about how scarce opportunities to leap ahead in life are. I reckon once this penny drops for him and his determination goes to another level, we’ll have a unit in the back six.

agree. putting him with Rambo is irrelevant. different spheres. put him with Joe or another young leader - much better. I’d actually pay Stants for the summer to take these kids for runs on the off-season, or Budda (BJ would be a step too far)… .

I was sore this morning, the only reason I went out to run when still dark outside was that someone I respect was waiting for me… likewise, I ran a tempo run the other day with my son cycling along. made me go the extra 2 kms I had all the good excuses to pass on…

If Aaron wants to build a good fitness base, it’s a monotonous, repetitive and glory-less ordeal. He should take every incentive (including peer pressure) available.